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Total health inspections
2
Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on Nov 2024
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Azalealand Nursing Home
Nursing Home
Azalealand Nursing Home
Nursing Home
Distinguished as the only family-owned and operated nursing facility in Savannah, Azalealand has been serving patients since 1974. With the goal of supporting each resident in achieving the highest degree of independence possible, the staff at Azalealand strives to build deep connections with their patients by promising dependability and professionalism. It offers an exhaustive list of medical and rehabilitation services including 24-hour skilled nursing care, wound management, therapy (physical, speech, occupational, and respiratory), tube feeds, ostomy care, diabetes treatment, and post-surgical assistance.
This Medicare-accepted facility offers private and semi-private rooms inclusive of room and board, meals, nursing services, walkers and wheelchairs, activities, housekeeping, laundry and maintenance services, and social services. The activities are curated by the community’s Activity Director based on residents’ interests to encourage a holistic and speedy recovery.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
107
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
73.1%
Residents per day (avg)
75
Occupancy rate
73.1%
Residents per day (avg)
75
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
51% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$10.2M
Operating loss
-$278.3K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$10,204,862.00
Operating loss
$-278,296.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$10.5M
107-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 48 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community
Occupancy Rate
68%
Occupied Beds
73 of 107
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
SNF/NF DUAL CERT
Facility Type
NURSING HOME
License Date
January 7, 2017
Additional licensing details
County:
CHATHAM
Ownership & operating entity
Azalealand Nursing Home is administrated by Ms DEBORAH ORNE.
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Programs & Activities
Activities
Diverse and well-organized activities are planned each day for residents.
Specific Programs
Nursing Services, Dining & Nutrition, Activities & Special Events, Social Services, Medical and Rehabilitation Services
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Residents enjoy home-style meals prepared by expert staff, with three meals a day plus snacks, tailored to dietary needs.
Meals Included
Yes
Special Diets
Yes
Inspection History
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
33 visits/inspections
Latest inspection
Date:January 14, 2025
Type:Other
24 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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No
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SOVEREIGN CAROLINA HOLDINGS LLC
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47.1%
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1
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PruittHealth – Savannah
-24%
-4%
+10%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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MURRAY, CHRIS
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$16,781,166.00
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38.3%
123.70
3.3984
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30
-
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Azalealand Nursing Home
-34%
-5%
-6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Savannah (Magnolia Park/Blueberry Hill)
107
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ORNE, DEBORAH
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$10,068,659.00
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46.5%
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3.3956
-
6
-
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Riverview Health & Rehab Center
-63%
-21%
+4%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Savannah
190
No
-
5
RIVERVIEW HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER, INC.
81.1%
$18,974,439.00
$8,589,755.00
45.3%
156.40
2.8173
1
18
5
-63%-21%+4%
Amber Grove @ Savannah Seasons
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31419
46
No
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Abercorn Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Savannah (Wilshire Estates)
Bed Count:
100
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SOVEREIGN CAROLINA HOLDINGS LLC
CCN:
115132
Occupancy:
90.8%
Home Revenue:
$10,876,625.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,123,964.00
Payroll %:
47.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
89.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.8155
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
14
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+16%
+16%
PruittHealth – Savannah
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Savannah (Colonial Oaks)
Bed Count:
140
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MURRAY, CHRIS
CCN:
115339
Occupancy:
86.2%
Home Revenue:
$16,781,166.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,430,553.00
Payroll %:
38.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
123.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3984
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
30
RN share vs State Avg:
-24%
-24%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-4%
-4%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
Azalealand Nursing Home
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Savannah (Magnolia Park/Blueberry Hill)
Bed Count:
107
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
ORNE, DEBORAH
CCN:
115534
Occupancy:
73.1%
Home Revenue:
$10,068,659.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,684,931.00
Payroll %:
46.5%
Avg Residents/Day:
75.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3956
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
6
RN share vs State Avg:
-34%
-34%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-5%
-5%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-6%
-6%
Riverview Health & Rehab Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Savannah
Bed Count:
190
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
RIVERVIEW HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER, INC.
CCN:
115641
Occupancy:
81.1%
Home Revenue:
$18,974,439.00
Payroll Costs:
$8,589,755.00
Payroll %:
45.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
156.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.8173
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
18
Severe Citations:
5
RN share vs State Avg:
-63%
-63%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+4%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
127
Total Staff
105
Employees
22
Contractors
29,194
Total Hours (Quarter)
47
Avg Staff/Day
6.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 7.2 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 33 | 6.9 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 58 | 6.7 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
106 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
9 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
5.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
8.3%
of total hours from contractors
2,417 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 8
Nurse Aide in Training: 1
Feeding Assistant: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 58 | 0 | 58 | 14,735 | 91 | 100% | 6.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 8 | 33 | 6,124 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,478 | 90 | 99% | 6.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,387 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 969 | 89 | 98% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 1 | 3 | 623 | 61 | 67% | 7.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 567 | 76 | 84% | 7.5 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 461 | 64 | 70% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 449 | 64 | 70% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 448 | 63 | 69% | 7.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 60 | 66% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 421 | 64 | 70% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 404 | 52 | 57% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 262 | 37 | 41% | 7.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 209 | 40 | 44% | 5.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 143 | 32 | 35% | 4.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 51 | 14 | 15% | 3.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 7 | 8% | 3.1 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
6
Citations per inspection
3
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 6 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.5
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
6 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Nov 07, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Nov 07, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Nov 07, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Nov 07, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
70
Total Residents
Medicare
11
(15.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
30
(42.9%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
29
(41.4%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.2
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 10.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.0
20% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 17.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.3%
27% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.2%
6% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.4%
29% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.2%
31% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.4%
49% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.6%
43% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.8%
13% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.2%
64% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.6%
34% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.6%
6% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.6%
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 95.0%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.23
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.23
44% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.18
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.49
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.49
24% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 1.97
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.4%
21% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 80.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
5.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
5.9%
170% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.2%
26% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 78.2%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
15.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
15.6%
36% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 24.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.8%
28% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 12.2%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.2%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.2%
56% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
38.1%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
38.1%
29% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
35.5%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
35.5%
30% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Azalealand Nursing Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
73.1%
↓ 0.8pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$278,296
↓ ~$348K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$6,104,481
↑ ~$323K vs 2023
Profit Margin
-2.8%
↓ 3.5pp vs 2023
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